5 from 126 votes
Spicy and Sweet Tofu
Spicy and Sweet Tofu features extra firm tofu browned to a golden crust and glazed with a homemade tamari-based sweet and spicy sauce. Fresh bok choy and aromatics like garlic and ginger round out the dish, offering a balance of savory, sweet, and heat alongside tender greens. The texture contrasts between crunchy tofu edges and wilted bok choy create a satisfying mouthfeel.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings:
3
servings
Calories:
204 kcal
Course:
Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic minced, divided
- 1 inch ginger peeled and grated
- ¼ cup tamari
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- water splash
- 2 bunches bok choy or other greens, halved or quartered
- 1 tablespoon canola oil or vegetable oil
- 1 block extra firm tofu 16-ounce, sliced into filets
Instructions
- Put 2 cloves of minced garlic, ginger, tamari, brown sugar, and the sesame oil in a bowl and mix it together.
- In a pan, add a splash of water, the bok choy, and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Cook until the leaves begin to wilt, about 4 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat the canola oil and brown the tofu, about 3 minutes on each side.
- Pour the mixture on top, coating the tofu, and cook until it thickens, about 4 minutes.
- Add the bok choy and gently mix it together. Cook for about 2 minutes.
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Notes
- Use extra firm tofu sliced into filets to hold shape during browning and cooking.
- Cook bok choy with a splash of water and garlic till leaves start to wilt but retain some bite.
- Browning tofu on both sides creates a crunchy texture that contrasts with the soft interior.
- The glaze of tamari, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger delivers a balance of spicy and sweet flavors.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free when using tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
- Serve this dish as a main or alongside other dishes for a flavorful vegetarian option.
Nutrition Information
Calories
204kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
(18%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Sodium
1529mg
(64%)
Potassium
1687mg
(36%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Vitamin A
25021IU
(500%)
Vitamin C
253mg
(281%)
Calcium
644mg
(64%)
Iron
7mg
(39%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 204kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 1529mg | 64% |
| Potassium | 1687mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 25021IU | 500% |
| Vitamin C | 253mg | 281% |
| Calcium | 644mg | 64% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.